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Kana's Solo Exhibition
"Perspective"
Coming to
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Mizuhiki has always been a symbol of connection. Now, that spirit begins a new journey across the Pacific. Through this exhibition, we hope to discover the shared threads that connect Japan and New Zealand, and to celebrate new friendships and lasting cultural ties.
Our journey to New Zealand began with an exhibition in Kanazawa, Japan, in 2025. We invite you to look back at the exhibition that marked the beginning of this exciting chapter.
Introduction
A story of Mizuhiki—from handmade Washi paper to a tradition that continues to connect people while evolving into new forms of expression.
This is the beginning of NAMIKA's journey to New Zealand.
Watch with sound. Tap the 🔊 icon in the bottom right to hear the music and narration.
HOW TO ENJOY
THE EXHIBITION
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Enter from the bamboo Kekkai gate. Scan the QR code for more information.
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Look at the black and white banners and the exhibition from the gate.
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Find a particular plinth that draws you. Walk towards it.
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Look at the mizuhiki clovers. What colour are they? Are they three-leafed or four?
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Gently touch the clovers and find the special one.
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Why is it special to you? Is it because it is rare?
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Look at the one you picked.
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Now, look at the mass where it is from.
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In your own time, please gently return it to the mass.
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You can redecorate the mass as you like.
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Take a picture of it from above.
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What can you see now?
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Walk through the exhibition, repeat the same if you like.
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Walk out in your own time.
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視点
perspective
The more you gaze, the world changes.
Listen to the Mizuhiki Clovers,
and let them lead you
into a world of revelation
PHOTO GALLERY
Everyday is a miracle!
When the earthquake happened on New Year’s Day 2024 in Noto, Japan, I could not move because of broken bones. One unexpected event followed another, and I was compelled to recognise just how oblivious I was of the miraculous nature of everyday life. The ‘PERSPECTIVES’ idea began there!
Please pause to contemplate! When our perspectives change, we discover new insights. So welcome to the world of black and white Mizuhiki clover.
In the world of white ordinary three leafed clovers, but just one four leafed clover exists and you are delighted to find it.
In the world of white ordinary three leafed clovers, but just one four leafed clover exists and you are delighted to find it.
Do you hear nature speaking?
“Hey, look at me! I am special because I have four petals!”
In the world of four leafed black clovers, there is just one three leafed black clover and you express delight.
“Hey look, I found one clover with three petals!”
Is three leafed clover more precious than four leafed?
The one with three petals are in the shape of a triangle. Do they look cute or amazing?
This installation was
presented at the 2025
Kanazawa 21st Century Museum
of Contemporary Art, Japan.
That’s not all…
The world where black and white clovers co-exist, where two blend creating “Harmony”. Is this miraculous!
Perhaps it’s when we strive to overcome struggles, a world of vivid contrast comes into being?
Black or white…when we are one-sided, without harmony, it burdens us.
Don’t you agree that it’s much more joyful when there’s a little bit of everything?
